Manufacturing Tool Attendant; 1st Shift

Manufacturing Tool Attendant (1st Shift) Job Description

As Manufacturing Tool Attendant (1st Shift - 6:00 am - 2:00 pm) you will be responsible for managing, issuing, maintaining, and tracking production tools and equipment to support efficient manufacturing operations. This role ensures tools are available, properly maintained, and stored correctly, while maintaining accurate inventory records and supporting safety and quality standards.

• Inventory Management
  • Issue, receive, and track manufacturing tools, gauges, fixtures, and equipment to production personnel
  • Restock consumables and tooling supplies to meet production needs
  • Maintain accurate tool inventory records using SAP and Zoller TMS
• Tool Optimization and Maintenance
  • Inspect tools for wear, damage, or defects and remove unsafe tools from service
  • Clean, organize, and store tools according to established procedures
  • Remove, replace, and install cutting tools at CNC machines as required to support production
  • Assist with preventive maintenance of tooling, holders, and fixtures as needed
  • Communicate tooling‑related issues, recurring failures, or improvement opportunities to supervisors, tooling specialists, or engineering
  • Perform modifications of inserts such as sharpening or grinding as required
• 5S Initiatives
  • Follow all safety, quality, and housekeeping standards (5S)
  • Assist with continuous improvement initiatives related to tool control and efficiency
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

• Education and Experience
  • A high school diploma or GED
  • At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, particularly with tooling for metal cutting operations involving CNC and manual turning, milling, grinding, and various other equipment
• Language Skills
  • Read and understand simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English
  • Present information effectively in both one‑on‑one and small group settings and write short correspondence clearly and effectively in English
• Mathematical Skills
  • Understand basic arithmetic, including adding and subtracting decimals; perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division accurately
  • Proficient in English and metric units with conversions between them
• Computer Skills
  • Intermediate computer skills
  • Proficient use of email, Microsoft Word, and Excel

• Career Stability:
  With over 130 years of industry leadership, HOERBIGER offers the security of a long-established company with a forward-looking vision
• Financial Stability and Rewarding Compensation:
  We recognize and value your contributions with competitive salaries and local fringe benefits
• Supportive Teamwork: A positive atmosphere and a collaborative environment, where you'll experience mutual support among colleagues
• Professional and Personal Growth:
  With a polite and respectful culture, there’s often a greater emphasis on personal development and continuous learning
• Recognition and Appreciation:
  Being part of a polite and appreciative team means that your efforts and achievements are recognized and celebrated

Join our global team of over 6,000 colleagues and make a difference every day. Contribute to innovative solutions that save lives, reduce emissions, and drive progress in key industries like energy, automotive, and safety technology. Guided by our core values — Pioneering Spirit, Courage, Fairness, and Closeness — we are ENABLING CHANGE. FOR A BETTER TOMORROW. With opportunities to grow, learn, and collaborate across 43 countries and more than 133 locations, you’ll be part of a culture that values your ideas and your impact.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and become part of our journey.